Physics

Degree: Bachelor of Science

Course Details:

Physics is a vast and fascinating field that encompasses the study of matter, energy, motion, and the fundamental laws that govern the universe. Courses in physics are designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of various subfields and principles within the discipline.

Topics and courses you might encounter when studying physics:

  • Classical Mechanics: This course explores the fundamental principles of motion and the dynamics of particles and systems. Topics covered often include Newton's laws of motion, forces, energy, momentum, and rotational motion.

  • Electromagnetism: This course focuses on the study of electric and magnetic fields, electromagnetic waves, and their interactions with charged particles. Topics may include Coulomb's law, Gauss's law, Ampere's law, Faraday's law, Maxwell's equations, and applications of electromagnetism.

  • Quantum Mechanics: Quantum mechanics deals with the behavior of matter and energy at the atomic and subatomic levels. This course delves into wave-particle duality, wavefunctions, quantum states, uncertainty principles, and the Schrödinger equation. It may also cover topics such as quantum tunneling and quantum entanglement.

  • Thermodynamics and Statistical Mechanics: This course explores the principles of heat, energy transfer, and the behavior of systems with a large number of particles. Topics often include laws of thermodynamics, kinetic theory, entropy, and statistical distributions.

  • Optics: Optics is the study of light and its properties. Courses in optics cover topics like reflection, refraction, diffraction, interference, polarization, and the behavior of light in various media. It may also include the study of optical instruments and phenomena such as lasers.

  • Astrophysics: This course examines the physics of celestial objects and the nature of the universe. Topics may include stellar structure and evolution, galaxies, cosmology, and the study of astronomical phenomena such as black holes and dark matter.

  • Condensed Matter Physics: This course focuses on the properties of solids and the behavior of matter in condensed phases. Topics often include crystal structures, semiconductors, superconductivity, and magnetism.

  • Nuclear and Particle Physics: This course explores the structure and interactions of atomic nuclei and subatomic particles. Topics may include radioactive decay, nuclear reactions, elementary particles, particle accelerators, and the Standard Model of particle physics.

Physics at Anchor University

Requirements

The following requirements for admission to Anchor university are listed below.

  • • 160 and above in the UTME.
  • • Credit level passes in five subjects including English Language, Mathematics to form the core course with credit in three other relevant science subject in the following subjects Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Civic education at the Senior Secondary School Certificate (WAEC, NECO, IGSCE, NABTEB e.t.c) or its equivalent.
  • • Mathematics and English language are compulsory.
  • • Students are required to complete a minimum of 128 units for Graduation.

Fees

Course Structure:

A Bachelor of Science(B.SC ) in Physics can be earned after three or four years of study at Anchor University.

The majority of staff members who are tutors in their field provide tutorials, classes, and lectures. Many of them are top-tier experts with extensive training in both teaching and research. Educated PhD students and early-career researchers with practical research experience may also conduct some teaching.

  • 1st year

    First Year Courses

    • Core Courses (70%):

    • General Chemistry I & II
    • Pratical Chemistry I & II
    • Introduction to Computer Science
    • Elementary Mathematics 1
    • Elementary Mathematics II
    • General Physics I & II
    • General Physics Laboratory I & II
    • Introduction to Computer Programming I & II
    • Elementary Mathematics III (Calculus)
    • Introduction to Discrete Mathematics
    • Introductory Statistical Inference I

    • The courses listed on this page are illustrative and may change.

    Assessment

    • Continuous Assessment.
    • Projects
    • Examination.
    • Pratical
  • 2nd year

    Second Year Courses

    • Core Courses (70%):

    • Computer Programming I & II
    • Elementary Differential Equations I & II
    • Elementary Modern Physics
    • Waves and Optics
    • Thermal Physics
    • Physics Labouratory I
    • Semiconductor Devices and Materials
    • Electronics Pratical I & II
    • Solid State Physics I
    • Engineering Drawing

    • The courses listed on this page are illustrative and may change.

    Assessment

    • Continuous Assessment.
    • Projects.
    • Examination.
    • Pratical
  • 3rd year

    Third Year Courses

    • Core Courses(70%):

    • Electromagnetism
    • Electromagnetic Waves and Optics
    • Statistical Physics
    • Quantum Physics
    • Energy and Environment
    • Classical Mechanics II
    • Solid State Physics II
    • Electronics Pratical III
    • Research Method
    • Siwes

    • The courses listed on this page are illustrative and may change.

    Assessment

    • Continuous Assessment.
    • Projects.
    • Examination.
    • Praticals
  • 4th year

    Fourth Year Courses

    • Core Courses(50%):

    • Analytical Mechanics
    • Mathematical Methods in Physic I & II
    • Quantum Mechanics I & II
    • Computational Physics
    • Nuclear and Particle Physics I
    • Seminar
    • Electronic I
    • Introduction to Telecommunication System
    • Digital Electronics
    • Electric Circuit Theory
    • Signals and Systems
    • Java SE8 Programming (Advanced OOP)

    • The courses listed on this page are illustrative and may change.

    Assessment

    • Continuous Assessment.
    • Projects.
    • Examination.
    • Praticals
The content and format of this course may change in some circumstances.


Some Research Areas


Quantum physics

Quantum physics

Condensed matter physics

Condensed matter physics

Particle physics

Particle physics

Nuclear physics

Nuclear physics

Biophysics

Biophysics

Theoretical physics

Theoretical physics

Astrophysics

Astrophysics